GMAW Fabrication Specialist (First‑Article & Fixture Focus)

Job Description

Job Description

GMAW Fabrication Specialist (First‑Article & Fixture Focus)Milwaukee, WI 53224

Picture your day starting on the floor of our Milwaukee facility. You meet with Engineering, review a new first‑article request, and sketch a fixture concept to ensure a precise fit‑up. Minutes later, the arc lights up—your MIG skills turn drawings into high‑quality parts. Throughout the shift, you verify weld integrity, keep your cell organized and safe, and collaborate with teammates to hit production goals without sacrificing craftsmanship.

Shifts

• 1st shift available
• 2nd shift available (includes a shift premium) with 4 (10) hour days, Monday–Thursday

What you’ll do

• Partner with Engineering to design and build fixtures; fit up complex first articles.
• Perform MIG welding on multiple metals and component geometries with consistency.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to meet specifications.
• Inspect welds for quality, accuracy, and conformance to standards.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe workstation; follow all safety protocols.
• Collaborate with the team to meet production targets and deadlines.
• Conduct routine care and basic maintenance on welding equipment.
• Participate in ongoing training to expand your capabilities.

What you’ll bring

• Technical training in welding preferred.
• Hands‑on experience as a MIG welder or in a comparable role.
• Solid knowledge of welding processes, best practices, and safety.
• Ability to read/interpret blueprints and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and practical problem‑solving skills.
• Comfort working independently and within a team setting.
• Physical stamina and strength for welding tasks.
• AWS D1.1 certification or the ability to successfully pass the test.
• TIG and robotic welding exposure are strong pluses.

Proficiencies we value

• Quality inspection of finished welds and assemblies
• Setting up welding for production runs
• Advanced blueprint reading

Tools & technologies

• MIG Welder
• TIG Welder

If you take pride in precision, thrive on building first‑time‑right solutions, and want to grow your skill set in a supportive environment, we’d love to connect.